Short Info : Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has announced notification for Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari & Assistant Jail Superintendent 2026 (1679 Vacancies). Interested candidates can apply Offline from 28 February, 2026 to 30 April, 2026. Please refer to the notification for details on eligibility, positions, selection process, age limit, pay scale, and other information.

Important Dates
Application Start Date
28 February, 2026
Last Date For Applying Online
30 April, 2026
Last Date For Paying Exam Fees
30 April, 2026
Exam Start Date
04 June, 2026
Admit Card for Exam for Exam
27 May, 2026
Eligibility Details
For Assitant Jail Superintendent
21-33 Years (As on 01 January, 2026)
For All Other Posts
18-33 Years (As on 01 January, 2026)
Age Relaxation
As Per Rules.
Application Fees Info
Unreserved Category Candidates
500 Rs./-
SC / ST / OBC / PH Category Candidates of Madhya Pradesh
250 Rs./-
Payment Mode
Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.
Vacancy Info

Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari & Assistant Jail Superintendent 2026 (1679 Vacancies) - Total Post & Qualification

Post NameTotal PostQualification
Forest Guard72810th Class Passed
Field Guard16910th Class Passed
Jail Prahari75710th Class Passed
Assistant Jail Superintendent25Any Bachelor Degree
Grand Total Post1679————-

How to Apply

  • Visit the Official Portal : Go to the official website of the MPESB at www.esb.mp.gov.in to access the online application portal.

  • Read the Rule Book : Download and thoroughly read the official 2026 exam recruitment rule book to understand all eligibility criteria and guidelines before applying.

  • Complete Online Registration : Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational details as required.

  • Mandatory Aadhar Registration : Ensure your Aadhar registration is completed, as it is mandatory for the application process.

  • Upload Documents : Upload the required documents and a photograph, ensuring the photograph is not more than three months old and includes your name and the date it was taken.

  • Pay Examination Fees : Pay the prescribed application fee through the portalNote that kiosk portal charges apply if filling the form through a kiosk.

  • Registration for Employment Office : Candidates must have a valid registration with the Madhya Pradesh State Employment Office on the date of the application.

  • Final Submission & Print : Review all entered information carefully, submit the form, and save your application number, as it is essential for downloading your admit card and checking future exam status.

Selection Process

  • Online Application : Candidates must submit their applications online through the official website.

  • Written Examination : A computer-based written examination (CBT) consisting of 100 objective-type questions (1 mark each) will be conducted as the first step.

  • Merit List Preparation (Written) : Following the written exam, a district-wise, category-wise/class-wise list of candidates, based on required marks, will be provided to the department.

  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET) : The relevant department will conduct physical measurements and a walk test for the candidates based on the merit list.

  • Result Verification : The department will provide the list of successful/unsuccessful candidates from the physical test to the MPESB.

  • Final Merit List : Based on the results, the MPESB will prepare and display the final merit and waiting list.

  • Document Verification : All necessary documents and certificates will be verified by the department during the physical measurement and walk test stage.

  • Medical Examination & Character Verification : Selected candidates must undergo a medical examination and character verification to be considered for final appointment.

Other Details
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Important Links

To Download Admit Card

To Download Revised Exam Date

To Download Updated Notification

To Download Date Extend Notice

To Visit Official Website

For Downloading Notification

For Applying Online

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